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04 Sep

The Pro Club - Lancaster Meet up

The Procurement Club Meet up in Lancaster — a space for driven professionals to connect, collaborate, and grow together.

When: 04 Sep 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Lancaster

Host: Fraser House Hub

04 Sep

LinkedIn: The ultimate lead generator

Wondering how you can make the most of LinkedIn to find new customers around the world? We'll be providing help, advice, and strategies for effective lead generation in international markets.

When: 04 Sep 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

04 Sep

Digital Burnley Tech Summer Social

Late Summer Friday Social - Pizza. Poker Faces. People As summer draws to a close, we're bringing together Burnley's tech, digital and innovation community for a relaxed Friday social at ONE Slater Terrace.

When: 04 Sep 16:00 - 19:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Lancashire Digital Hub

07 Sep

EU product safety: Understanding GSPR and CE marking

Selling consumer products into the EU? Join this practical webinar to understand GPSR, CE marking and the steps your business needs to take to stay compliant and keep goods moving.

When: 07 Sep 11:00 - 12:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

08 Sep

Enterprise Launch Programme: Be Business Ready!

' How to take your business from an interesting idea to reality' 🐉 Love watching Dragons’ Den? 🐉 Imagine having your own panel of experts helping you test, challenge and strengthen your business idea.

When: 08 Sep 09:45 - 13:45

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Community CVS

08 Sep

Managing your Amazon account

Discover practical strategies from Amazon experts to optimise your account management, boost marketplace performance and unlock new growth opportunities.

When: 08 Sep 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

08 Sep

Mediation in the workplace: a practical guide to resolving conflict

Workplace conflict is inevitable - how you respond to it makes all the difference. Join Lancashire-based employment law and HR specialists, AfterAthena, for a practical and insightful look at how mediation can be used to resolve disputes, rebuild working relationships, and support a more positive and productive workplace culture.

When: 08 Sep 12:00 - 12:45

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: AfterAthena

08 Sep

Opportunities in the US cosmetics sector

Tap into the $100bn US cosmetics market, learn how to navigate regulations, identify key opportunities, and build a successful route to market.

When: 08 Sep 15:00 - 16:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

08 Sep

UK-Canada CPTPP: Maximising CPTPP after Entry into Force

Understand how CPTPP can help your businesses strengthen their trade with Canada and unlock practical export advantages.

When: 08 Sep 16:00 - 17:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

08 Sep

Reset and Restore: A Free 45-Minute Wellbeing Circle for Women in Business

Running a business or a professional career can end up taking all your energy.

When: 08 Sep 16:30 - 17:15

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Lou Booth

09 Sep

Exhibition strategy: Choosing the right events and setting yourself up for success

Discover how to choose the right exhibitions, set clear goals and build a confident strategy that helps you make every event work harder for your business.

When: 09 Sep 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

09 Sep

Lady Boss Programme

Do you love cooking, baking or creating food that people always ask for?

When: 09 Sep 10:30 - 13:30

Where: Hyndburn

Host: Hyndburn Borough Council

09 Sep

Effective Instagram to fuel your business growth

Want the secrets to success behind those businesses who have boosted their profits by selling on Instagram? Come join us for easy, practical tips on how you can use Instagram to sell your products or services to new customers, both in the UK and across the globe.

When: 09 Sep 14:00 - 15:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

09 Sep

Preston Tech Connection Hot Takes

This Preston Tech Connection meet-up we're talking Hot Takes in Tech. We all have a view on a topic. It might be controversial, unpopular or thought provoking. Do we say it out loud though?

When: 09 Sep 18:00 - 19:30

Where: Preston

Host: Society1

10 Sep

Free Business Growth Workshop - Practical Ideas. Expert Support. Valuable Connections

Businesses are facing constant change, from evolving customer expectations to rapid advances in AI.

When: 10 Sep 09:00 - 12:00

Where: South Ribble

Host: Runshaw College

10 Sep

HR Walk and Talk Lancashire

Join HR and People professionals for a relaxed walk through Worden Park, offering a friendly opportunity to connect, share experiences and build supportive relationships within Lancashire’s HR community.

When: 10 Sep 09:30 - 11:15

Where: Preston

Host: HR Walk & Talk Lancashire

10 Sep

Fraser House Talks

Why Smart People Make Stupid Business Decisions with Martin Peters, Founder of ARQ

When: 10 Sep 12:30 - 13:00

Where: Lancaster

Host: Fraser House Hub

10 Sep

Customs compliance in practice: What customs audits really look like

Hosted by Chamber Customs experts, this practical session will explain what customs audits look like in reality and what businesses should expect if selected for review.

When: 10 Sep 14:00 - 15:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

10 Sep

Powering opportunity: UK business prospects in Brazil's energy transition

Brazil generates ~85% of its electricity from renewables, discover the booming market for UK businesses in wind, solar, green hydrogen, EVs, and data centres.

When: 10 Sep 15:00 - 16:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

10 Sep

Tech Voices: The Human Side of Tech

Tech Voices brings together technology professionals, leaders, founders, and innovators to share ideas, experiences, and lessons from the front line of tech.

When: 10 Sep 18:00 - 20:00

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Lancashire Digital Hub

11 Sep

Unique Ladies Networking Group - Hyndburn

Unique Ladies Networking works because relationships are made, the costs are low, the venue is accessible and these women understand that to get business this way, they must follow up each and every conversation, get to know the other ladies in the room and the business happens!

When: 11 Sep 09:30 - 12:00

Where: Hyndburn

Host: Unique Ladies - Collette Rothwell

11 Sep

Content chameleon: How you can succeed with content marketing

Learn how to create content that will resonate with a global audience.

When: 11 Sep 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

11 Sep

Lancashire Cyber Attack Hydra Simulation

Is Your Business Ready for a Cyber Attack?

When: 11 Sep 12:00 - 16:00

Where: Preston

Host: Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire.

11 Sep

Rossendale Digital Build Fast Connections

Build Fast Connections is a high-energy structured (but effective and fun) tech and digital networking session

When: 11 Sep 12:00 - 13:00

Where: Rossendale

Host: Lancashire Digital Hub

14 Sep

Getting started with online sales

Build the foundations to start selling online with confidence.

When: 14 Sep 11:00 - 12:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

14 Sep

Selling food and drink to France: Explore the market and find the right partners

Understand how to access the market, identify the right partners and engage with buyers.

When: 14 Sep 14:00 - 15:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

15 Sep

3 Day IOSH Managing Safely (Day Release)

15th, 22nd and 29th September 2026. Includes IOSH registration, manual, certification and lunch/refreshments.

When: 15 Sep 09:00 - 17:00

Where: Outside Lancashire

Host: Afterathena Limited

15 Sep

How to Create a Cash Flow Forecast Workshop

Understanding your cash flow is one of the most important parts of running a successful business.

When: 15 Sep 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Hyndburn

Host: Hyndburn Borough Council

15 Sep

The importance of Market Research, stay ahead through gaining intelligence from competitor markets

🐉 Love watching Dragons’ Den? 🐉 Imagine having your own panel of experts helping you test, challenge and strengthen your business idea.

When: 15 Sep 09:45 - 13:45

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Community CVS

15 Sep

The financial reality of Franchising

This session demystifies franchise finances, helping participants understand the true cost of investment, assess projections realistically, and make informed decisions beyond the headline fee.

When: 15 Sep 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

15 Sep

First Hire Readiness Workshop

Thinking about hiring your first employee but not sure if you’re ready? Making your first hire is a huge milestone for any business.

When: 15 Sep 10:00 - 10:45

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Laura Hartley Consultancy

15 Sep

Saudi Arabia market entry: From market exploration to loccal presence

Learn how to evaluate your organisation's readiness for entering the Saudi Arabian market and establishing a local presence.

When: 15 Sep 13:00 - 14:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

15 Sep

Understand preferential origin: Unlock new markets and reduce import duties with Free Trade Agreements

Unlock the full potential of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and gain a competitive edge in global markets with this practical webinar on Preferential Origin.

When: 15 Sep 14:00 - 15:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

16 Sep

Designing the customer journey: Turning visitors into valuable conversations

Learn how to create a more engaging exhibition experience that attracts the right visitors, sparks better conversations and turns interest into real business opportunities.

When: 16 Sep 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

16 Sep

Business Twilight Networking Event

Join us for an engaging networking event focused on helping SMEs grow, innovate and make valuable new connections.

When: 16 Sep 16:00 - 18:30

Where: Preston

Host: Centre for SME & Enterprise Development, University of Lancashire

17 Sep

Decoding the Southeast Asia e-commerce market for UK brands

This webinar explores Southeast Asia’s e-commerce landscape, uncovering the latest trends, e-commerce innovation and strategic playbooks to help UK brands successfully scale across the region.

When: 17 Sep 09:30 - 10:30

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

17 Sep

How to get paid when trading using a Letter of Credit

Learn how Documentary Letters of Credit (L/Cs) work in practice in this practical webinar.

When: 17 Sep 11:00 - 12:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

17 Sep

Webinar - Energy Security 2026: Protecting Your Organisation from Global Shocks and Volatile Markets

UK plc has been asleep at the wheel when it comes to the security of Energy supply and price.

When: 17 Sep 11:00 - 12:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: NAA / Businesswise Solutions

17 Sep

Launching your online business

Get ready to launch your online business with a strong brand, clear pricing and smart marketing foundations.

When: 17 Sep 12:00 - 13:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

18 Sep

The CIPD Branch in Lancashire launch event

A fantastic opportunity to network and attend round table events covering a range of HR topics.

When: 18 Sep 09:00 - 15:00

Where: Fylde

Host: CIPD Lancashire Branch

21 Sep

Sales & Marketing Skills Bootcamp

Our Sales & Marketing Skills Bootcamp is designed to equip self-employed individuals with the practical skills and knowledge needed to grow their business.

When: 21 Sep 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Selnet Ltd

21 Sep

Turn Time into Profit with AI: Reclaim a Day a Week and Add to Your Bottom Line

Turn Time into Profit with AI: Reclaim a Day a Week and Add to Your Bottom Line  AI is no longer something to think about for the future.

When: 21 Sep 09:45 - 12:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Burnley College

21 Sep

Lancashire Cyber Attack Hydra Simulation

Is Your Business Ready for a Cyber Attack?

When: 21 Sep 10:00 - 14:00

Where: Preston

Host: Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire.

21 Sep

Leading People Well: Building Confident and Effective Managers

Leading People Well: Building Confident and Effective Managers

When: 21 Sep 13:00 - 15:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Burnley College

22 Sep

Access to Alternative Funding with River Capital

Explore alternative funding options from £25,000 to £1 million with River Capital and gain practical insights into finance available for early-stage, growing and established businesses.

When: 22 Sep 08:00 - 10:00

Where: Preston

Host: Cotton Court Business Centre

22 Sep

Smarter Manufacturing: Using AI to Improve Productivity and Performance

Discover how manufacturers are using artificial intelligence to boost productivity, improve efficiency and gain a competitive edge. Join Made Smarter, RTC North and Seriun for a practical, insight-led event exploring how AI can be applied across manufacturing operations

When: 22 Sep 08:30 - 12:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Made Smarter, RTC North and Seriun

22 Sep

Launch Event - Business Support and Grant Programmes

Join us for the launch of our new business support and grants programme designed to help local businesses explore opportunities for growth, innovation and development.

When: 22 Sep 08:45 - 11:00

Where: South Ribble

Host: Business in South Ribble / South Ribble Borough Council

22 Sep

Starting your own business with Carole Garrett BEM

Starting your own business with Carole Garrett BEM Thinking about starting a business?

When: 22 Sep 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Burnley

Host: Burnley Football Club

22 Sep

Know your market and build a professional marketing strategy resulting in high impact sales

🐉 Love watching Dragons’ Den? 🐉 Imagine having your own panel of experts helping you test, challenge and strengthen your business idea.

When: 22 Sep 09:45 - 13:45

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Community CVS

22 Sep

Pendle Business Clinic

Join us at the Pendle Business Clinic for an informal one-to-one chat over coffee. Whether you’re running a business, starting up, or facing a new challenge, get practical support tailored to your business journey.

When: 22 Sep 10:00 - 12:30

Where: Pendle

Host: Growth Lancashire

22 Sep

GCC FMCG regulations and compliance: Key insights for 2026

Get a practical overview of food and beverage trade regulations and compliance requirements across the GCC.

When: 22 Sep 11:00 - 12:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

22 Sep

Creating an Inclusive Workplace: Practical Steps for Every Business

Creating an Inclusive Workplace: Practical Steps for Every Business

When: 22 Sep 13:00 - 15:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Prairie Sports Village

22 Sep

Managing Finance for Start-ups

Managing Finance for Start-ups with Kathryn Gillam This practical workshop is designed to help small businesses build confidence in managing their cash flow.

When: 22 Sep 13:00 - 16:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Burnley Football Club

23 Sep

Launch Event - Business Support and Grant Programmes

Join us for the launch of our new business support and grants programme designed to help local businesses explore opportunities for growth, innovation and development.

When: 23 Sep 08:45 - 11:00

Where: Chorley

Host: Choose Chorley / Chorley Council

23 Sep

Co Work & Connection

Connect. Collaborate. Grow. Join us at Room & Power  for a unique co-working and networking experience as part of Burnley Business Week.

When: 23 Sep 09:30 - 13:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Room & Power Co-working

23 Sep

The gold is in the follow up: Turning exhibition leads into revenue

Unlock the value of every exhibition lead with practical follow-up techniques that help you build momentum, strengthen relationships and convert conversations into revenue.

When: 23 Sep 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

23 Sep

Raise your profile: Linkedin for Business Growth

Raise Your Profile: LinkedIn for Business Growth Most professionals have a LinkedIn profile.

When: 23 Sep 10:00 - 12:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Prairie Sports Village

23 Sep

How to run a successful event: From Idea to Impact

How to Run a Successful Event: From Idea to Impact

When: 23 Sep 13:00 - 15:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Impact Conferencing

23 Sep

Lancashire Tech Talk - The AI Stack: the reality

Developers. Products. Platforms. What's really changing?

When: 23 Sep 18:00 - 20:00

Where: Chorley

Host: Lancashire Digital Hub

24 Sep

Workplace Wellbeing Open Day at Forrest Hills, Lancaster University

The Workplace Wellbeing Open Day 2026 at Forrest Hills, Lancaster University is a free interactive event designed to support healthier, happier and more productive workplaces.

When: 24 Sep 09:30 - 04:30

Where: Lancaster

Host: Deborah Brookes Roots Corporate Wellness

24 Sep

Managing Performance in a Changing Employment Law Landscape

Managing Performance in a Changing Employment Law Landscape

When: 24 Sep 10:00 - 12:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Burnley Football Club

24 Sep

Canva for Business: Create your own professional marketing materials

Canva for Business: Create your own professional marketing materials

When: 24 Sep 10:00 - 12:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Burnley College

24 Sep

Regional Stakeholder Workshop - Lancashire

Open to all stakeholders Join us this September and have your say in shaping our energy networks

When: 24 Sep 10:00 - 15:00

Where: Preston

Host: SP Electricity North West

24 Sep

Tool‑agnostic AI automation: Streamlining your existing workflows

The session will introduce a tool-agnostic approach to automation: start with the business process, define the desired outcome, map the data and decisions involved, and only then select the most suitable tools.

When: 24 Sep 11:00 - 12:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

24 Sep

How to Turn Social Media into Sales

How to Turn Social Media into Sales Social media should be doing more than generating likes - it should be generating enquiries, leads and sales.

When: 24 Sep 13:00 - 15:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Burnley College

25 Sep

Workplace Wellbeing: Building Resilience, Preventing Burnout and Supporting Your People

Workplace Wellbeing: Building Resilience, Preventing Burnout and Supporting Your People

When: 25 Sep 09:00 - 12:30

Where: Burnley

Host: Prairie Sports Village

25 Sep

Unlock Your Business Growth Potential with Help to Grow – September start

Boost your leadership skills and business growth through the Help to Grow: Management Programme, delivered by the University of Lancashire.

When: 25 Sep 09:30 - 14:00

Where: Preston

Host: University of Lancashire

25 Sep

Choosing the right AI tools for your business

Choose the right AI tools for your business and avoid costly mistakes.

When: 25 Sep 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

25 Sep

Cyber Security in Action: Protect Your Burnley Business

Cyber Security in Action: Protect Your Burnley Business  Enhance your organisation’s cyber resilience at this interactive

When: 25 Sep 10:00 - 12:00

Where: Burnley

Host: The Landmark

27 Sep

Lancashire Cyber Attack Hydra Simulation

Is Your Business Ready for a Cyber Attack?

When: 27 Sep 09:30 - 13:00

Where: Preston

Host: Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire.

28 Sep

Exporting to the GCC: Opportunities and market access

Explore opportunities for your business and how to access them in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain.

When: 28 Sep 14:00 - 15:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

29 Sep

Preston Tech Connection Coworking Day

This is a regular meet up for anyone working in or connected with tech. It is a really friendly and welcoming day aimed to provide the opportunity to meet and connect with other likeminded people working in a similar way.

When: 29 Sep 09:00 - 17:00

Where: Preston

Host: Society1 Coworking Space

29 Sep

People's Emergency Briefing

Screening of the People's Emergency Briefing followed by a facilitated discussion, examples of local good practice and support available

When: 29 Sep 09:30 - 14:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Chamber Low Carbon

29 Sep

Burnley Climate Week 2026 People's Emergency Briefing

As part of Burney Climate Week there will be a 50 minute showing of the People's Emergency Briefing.

When: 29 Sep 09:30 - 14:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Chamber Low Carbon

29 Sep

Building your business plan along with financial data

🐉 Love watching Dragons’ Den? 🐉 Imagine having your own panel of experts helping you test, challenge and strengthen your business idea.

When: 29 Sep 09:45 - 13:45

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Community CVS

29 Sep

Employment law webinar – an update on key ERA 2025 changes

The employment law landscape is evolving – are you ready for what’s coming next?

When: 29 Sep 12:00 - 13:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: AfterAthena

29 Sep

Bridging cultures: Business etiquette for British businesses in the GCC

Explore the nuances of business culture and etiquette across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, as well as Saudi Arabia.

When: 29 Sep 14:00 - 15:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

30 Sep

Tech Lancashire

How will Technology power Lancashire’s business Future? How will technology, Innovation and collaboration power Lancashire’s next generation of growth.

When: 30 Sep 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Hyndburn

Host: Hyndburn Borough Council

30 Sep

Measuring exhibition ROI: What to track, what to ignore and how to prove success

Gain the tools to prove exhibition success by tracking the metrics that matter, demonstrating commercial impact and making a stronger case for future investment.

When: 30 Sep 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

30 Sep

Growing your online business

Discover how to scale your online business with efficient fulfilment, stock control and multichannel operations.

When: 30 Sep 14:00 - 15:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Business Academy

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